Tragic Theaters

Natalie Lunis (author)

Description

Theaters are fun places to visitmost of the time. These beautiful buildings are usually filled with funny comedies, dramatic tragedies, and exciting musicals. Yet what happens when the most exciting and dramatic events arent happening on the stage? Many theaters have been the scenes of unusual deaths, tragic events, and are even said to be home to ghosts and spirits. Within the 11 tragic theaters in this book, children will discover the ghost of the man who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln, and the spirit of a beautiful showgirl who keeps reappearing on the stage where she became famous 100 years ago. The haunting photographs and chilling nonfiction text will keep children turning the pages to discover more spooky stories.

Reading Level

Lexile

1050L

Fountas Pinnell Guided Reading

X

ATOS

6.2

DRA

60

Categories

Genre

History
Horror & Ghost

Interest Age

Ages 9-12
Ages 13+

Grade

4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

Subject

Social Studies

Language

English (US)

Fiction/Non-Fiction

Non-Fiction

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